Homeopathic Remedies for Tendonitis in a Finger
Tendonitis is the inflammation of tendons that usually affects the fingers, shoulders, elbows, knees, thumbs, hips, ankles and wrists. Tendonitis is usually painful and is accompanied by swelling, redness, inflammation and pain that gets worse with movement of the affected area. Tendonitis is caused by stress and repetition of movement on a tendon and its ligaments. Fortunately, there are several homeopathic remedies available to help reduce the painful symptoms and speed up the body's natural healing process.-
Bryonia
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Bryonia is an herb with long tendrils and stalky leaves that extend over trees and shrubs. For centuries, bryonia has been used for alternative medicinal purposes such as the treatment of pneumonia, coughs, colds, bronchitis, gout and malarial diseases. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, bryonia helps with tendonitis in the fingers and other areas of the body. Bryonia works especially well if tendonitis tends to flare up more in cold weather. Consult with your health care professional for the dosage that would best benefit you.
Arnica
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According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, arnica cream speeds up the recovery process and reduces the painful symptoms of tendonitis. Arnica, a perennial plant native to Europe, has been used since the 1500s in the cream or oil form as an alternative medicine to reduce muscle aches and heal wounds. For tendonitis in the fingers, the University of Maryland Center suggests applying an ointment made of 15 percent arnica oil combined with a cup of vegetable oil. Apply the mixture generously on your fingers. Repeat until symptoms have improved.
Rhododendron
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Rhododendron is a large genus of plants that has anti-inflammatory properties that help with aches, pain, and autoimmune disorders. The anti-inflammatory properties come from the flavanoids and saponins located in inside the plant. Per the University of Maryland Medical Center, rhododendron helps relieve the pain of tendonitis, especially tendonitis in the fingers that gets worse with barometric variations. Rhododendron may be applied to the affected areas in an oil or cream form, or by a tincture mixture. Consult with your health care professional as to which option would suit you best.
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